Rago Waist Cincher 21 Reviews

Beautiful waist cincher. I probably should have ordered one size smaller, but am pleased and plan to wear it often. Thanks!
N from California

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
50s

Posted:
November, 2010

Size:
XS

After reading a lot of the other reviews of this product I decided to go with a size down, so I bought the x-small. I'm very happy with it. It takes about two inches off my waist and is very comfortable, even after wearing it for 10 hours. I was afraid that I might have some trouble with pinching at the hipline, since my hip measurement is much larger than the one listed for the x-small, but it covers easily without any lumps or bumps. Very happy with my purchase!
Eve-Lynn from Kentucky

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
20s

Posted:
November, 2010

Size:
xl

This waist cincher is really a fine piece of shapewear. Comfortable to wear either with or without stockings. It gives you a lot of energy and helps to improve your posture.
Klaus from Germany

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
40s

Posted:
November, 2010

Size:
XL

the cincher fit very well, I purchased a size smaller as recommended and the dress looked much better with it on. The only change I would like to see is two additional garter straps with ribbon covers.
babs from wi

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
50s

Posted:
November, 2010

Size:
36C,L

This is ok if you're thin and need a little bit of a shape to figure your curves out. It's not to hold in the rolls or fatten them out that much. The cincher has extra stitching on the waist area which can make too much of an indention and a bit of a roll above the waist.

Rago Response:This garment should be pulled up under the breast plate, as it is a 12 and 1/2 inch waist cincher and is meant for high waist wearing. The circle band design should help contour the body and hold it in place. A softer waist cincher by Rago is the 821 or 721. Thank you for your comments.
Dominique from New York

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
30s

Posted:
October, 2010

Size:
S

Wow, really makes you smaller! My waist looks tiny. On the cons side, it's not comfortable to wear and for me isn't long enough (and I'm only 5'4"). But on the other hand it improves my posture. If it were only long enough it would probably be the best of these kind of undergarments.
Angie from Portland, OR

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
20s

Posted:
September, 2010

Size:
XL

This is a lovely cincher. I haven't worn it with stockings yet, but it fits nicely, it holds me in snugly and feels great. It has a nice length too.
Allison from Calif

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
50s

Posted:
August, 2010

Size:
5X

Top rolls down when bending over or sitting. Would not recommend for those with large mid-sections--figure eight, diamond, or oval.

This waist cincher did not reduce my waist size at all. It was very difficult to fasten, so I know that it was not the wrong size. All it did was squeeze me tightly and force me to sit up straight. I could barely tell any difference wearing it underneath the gown I put on, and the front seam was visible through the dress, which had a beaded overlay. I ended not wearing it for my special occasion..

Rago Response:
Try the Rago 821 -
it has more holding power.
Disappointed from Norfolk

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
50s

Posted:
July, 2010

Size:
XL

This cincher did not go on easily because the hooks seemed awkwardly spaced. It also did not hold me in near as well as the Flexees slimmer. I will be returning it.

Rago Response:
Are you wearing the closure in the front?
Louise from Illinois

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
60s

Posted:
July, 2010

Size:
M

I love this girdle.
Pros:
Fits true to size on waist and hips
easy to wear, able to move in quite easily
really gives that hour glass shape you need for snug fitting dresses and purist classic structure for vintage foundations 1940-1960.
Seriously makes your clothes look better. (I don't recommend pants or shorts for this style, unless you are wearing loose wide leg trousers.)
made in USA - this really gives that quality and historical value to it - as back in the day, almost everything was made in country.
Cons (not really cons, more like tips,):
You need to wear stocking with these to keep the edges smooth, or from rolling up, which is how it was intended anyway.
You need to wear a bra that will cover your sides as the girdle will push up some flesh. But wear the right bra and its fixed.
Keep in mind, wearing a girdle is not like wearing panties and a bra - at all. it's a whole new way of moving, dressing and feeling - so it's not supposed to feel "free" or "easy to wear" in our modern sense.
All in i love this and will be buying more!
merstian from new york, Ny USA

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
30s

Posted:
June, 2010

Size:
XS

Great fit.
Marilyn from California

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
20s

Posted:
June, 2010

Size:
XL

Nice boning, not too tight or too loose. Tends to ripple/bow with extended sit time, but otherwise this cincher is great. Would buy again!
Leah from Lower Lake, CA, USA

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
20s

Posted:
May, 2010

Size:
L

This works well for me. Gives me an hourglass shape and takes my waist in by 1.5." I have two and wear them often.
Cara from Biloxi, MS

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
30s

Posted:
May, 2010

Size:
XS

Xs is a great fit, good product, fast delivery.
Laura from Augusta ga

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
20s

Posted:
May, 2010

Size:
XL

This did not work out well for me. I looked like a large sausage stuffed in a small casing. Needless to say, I sent it back-- it was not for me.
Audrey from Pittsburgh

Height:
Petite (5'3" and under)

Age:
30s

Posted:
April, 2010

Size:
2X

Sexy and comfortable.
Submitted from TheUndies.com

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Posted:
April, 2010

Size:
2X

It gives me the shape I want and has the longest length
Submitted from TheUndies.com

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Posted:
April, 2010

Size:
S

Fits and sculpts the waist beautifully.
Submitted from TheUndies.com

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Posted:
April, 2010

Size:
6x

This is so retro awesome! I bought it for a photo shoot and it really stole the show.
Please, though, READ THE SIZE CHART before ordering. Then, order about 2 sizes smaller than you think you need, going by your measurements. For example, my measurements of 45/48/53 put me above the 8x, the largest size available. However, the 8x totally gaped on me. The 6x was perfect. The measurements that are most important for this item are your empire waist/underboob measurement and your hip measurement.
Also, if you are tall (or have a big derrierre like me), the garter straps in the back are not long enough to stretch over my butt when I'm sitting, they are very uncomfortable. The front ones fit great though. And the garters are removable.
I would recommend this for a vintage lingerie look. I paired it with a lacey bullet bra that I also found at HerRoom and looked awesome!
Rebecca from seattle, wa

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
30s

Posted:
January, 2010

Size:
XS

I got this item (in XS) to use with my seamed stockings (I love the 1940's-50's style clothing). It goes great under everything. It was a bit snug at first, but after having it on for 5 minutes it felt great. My waist was 25 3/4 inches before, and it was 24 inches after getting the cincher on. It gave me the hour glass figure I wanted. I am thin, but I have also had a child and still have just a bit of a pooch. This cincher makes it totally flat. I also have a bad habit of slouching due to back problems. I noticed that I sit and stand a lot straighter with this on. Oh and before I forget, Thanks Herroom. Super fast shipping.
R.S. from CA

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
30s

Posted:
January, 2010

Size:
L

This garment was perfect under my silk wedding dress. It tucked me in, no visible lines showed and was comfortable all night long. I wore it from 3pm to midnight. The sizing felt true and took 1.5 inches off my waist. I will definitely order again in another color as I love to wear 50's style clothing and "foundation" undergarments are absolutely essential.
Cara from Biloxi, MS

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
30s

Posted:
November, 2009

Size:
M

The waist cincher is fantastic, fit's like a glove, doesn't slip or ride up. My husband just loves the way I look in it. Great product, well made.
Wendy from New Bern

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
40s

Posted:
November, 2009

Size:
M

I bought this to see if it would help my figure when wearing skirts and let me tell you it fit perfect. My husband surely notice the change and even liked the idea that it had garters. I'm very happy with this item and recommend it to one and all.
Viki Castillo from New Bern

Height:
Average Height (5'4"-5'8")

Age:
40s

Posted:
November, 2009

Size:
M

Don't believe the size chart that HerRoom provides, it is incorrect! Evidently HerRoom doesn't know enough about what they are doing to provide a proper size chart.

HerRoom Response: We have confirmed with Rago that our size chart is correct.
Unhappy buyer from NC U.S.A.

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
60s

Posted:
October, 2009

Size:
L

I really like this waist cincher, it's very well constructed. I am a dress size 14, and I got the large based on measurements. It was a little tight, but I had to wear it that evening. I managed to get it on and I looked fantastic in it. If I had the time, I would have returned it for an XL, but the L does the job for me.
Stacey

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
20s

Posted:
October, 2009

Size:
2x

The garment is great, fits well and feels good. However, my waist is large in proportion to my hips, and I had to return the large size that was on the chart. Exchanged it for 2x and am very pleased.
Dorothy from Memphis, TN USA

Height:
Petite (5'3" and under)

Age:
80s and above

Posted:
September, 2009

Size:
xl

Size fits well. Snugs in the waist and gives good back support. Bottom edge has a tendency to roll up a little unless gartered stockings are worn.
Jerri from Kankakee, Illinois, USA

Height:
Tall (5'9" and over)

Age:
60s

Posted:
September, 2009

Size:
3X

The Cincher is very well made. Sizing is perfect. It fit comfortably and give me the shape I was looking for.
Diana from Dallas, Texas

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